Our History

In today's day and age, it's unusual for a small start-up restaurant to be run by a local couple with no prior experience. In addition to providing good food and drinks, at fair prices, we have endeavored to revive the spirit and multiple roles that this historic venue has provided to the Springs community since 1934. A BIG thank you to all of our customers ( and future customers! ) for allowing us to make a dream come true. You can read about the history of our beloved location below.

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15 Fort Pond Blvd., East Hampton, NY 11937

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New American restaurant Springs Tavern opens in East Hampton

The Springs Tavern has opened in the former East Hampton haunt of painters Jackson Pollock and Willem de Kooning.

Dating to 1934, the historic gathering place for the abstract expressionists and generations of locals, has hosted bars, of the dive variety, with names such as The Jungle Inn, Jungle Pete’s, and, most recently, Wolfie’s Tavern.

Now, expect fare that is New American and not, drinks, sports on TV, karaoke, darts, and live entertainment. The chef is Michael Ruggiero, whose resume takes in stints at Nick & Toni’s and Fresno is East Hampton and The Harvest on Fort Pond in Montauk.

His dishes include Baja fish tacos, Texas-style chili, a wedge salad, sandwiches, burgers, and main courses such as fish and chips, steak frites, and grilled salmon.